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Moler Elementary School

1201 Moler Rd
Columbus, OH 43207
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Moler Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Bottom 50% in OH
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Moler Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

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School Overview

Moler Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

School Rankings

Moler Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moler Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#3182 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
52%
10-14%
60%
11-19%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
64%
17%
White
14%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moler Elementary School's ranking?
Moler Elementary School is ranked #3182 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Moler Elementary School?
285 students attend Moler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Moler Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moler Elementary School?
Moler Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moler Elementary School offer ?
Moler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moler Elementary School part of?
Moler Elementary School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Moler Elementary School located?
Moler Elementary School is located in the South Columbus neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 43 other public schools located in South Columbus.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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